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Is this Witchcraft? Yes! Discover the dazzling gel polish effect from Nailchemy

By Helena Biggs | 11 February 2022

Elevate your gel polish service and dazzle clients with the magical Witchcraft Gel Polish – available from Nailchemy. Packed with holographic pigment, the formula can be used over any gel…

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Salon System educator discusses the vital role of education in the nail space

By Emma Hobday | 10 February 2022

Lisa Stone, Salon System educator, chats to Scratch about her favourite Salon System courses to teach, how much you should spend on a quality course, and what she thinks is…

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#ShowScratch Creative Challenge: Galentine’s

By Callie Iley | 10 February 2022

Check out the entries to the 9 February nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating nail designs with the theme Galentine’s! Each design was submitted…

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How to grow your nail business with apprentices

By Scratch Staff | 10 February 2022

Multi award-winning salon owner, Liza Smith, reveals why you should consider hiring an apprentice… Do you often find yourself working long hours and turning away clients because your appointment book…

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Louella Belle adds eco-friendly Evolve Organic Beauty line to pro product portfolio

By Helena Biggs | 9 February 2022

Louella Belle, distributor of brands including Artistic Nail Design, Morgan Taylor Nail Lacquer, Footlogix and Personaility for the professional beauty sector, has added Evolve Organic Beauty to its impressive portfolio.…

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Salon in the Spotlight: Belle Voir, Huddersfield

By Callie Iley | 9 February 2022

Paris Evans established Belle Voir in 2019 and is situated in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire. “Keeping in line with French names, mine being Paris, Belle Voir translates into beautiful view which…

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Thinking of recruiting an apprentice to your nail salon team?

By Kat Hill | 8 February 2022

Caroline Larissey, director of quality & standards at the NHBF, shares pointers to consider when taking on an apprentice in the salon… For many businesses, taking on an apprentice has…

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Looking for salon workwear that combines professionalism, comfort & style? Check out Funky Scrubs

By Rebecca Hitchon | 8 February 2022

UK brand, Funky Scrubs®, is striving to change perceptions of workwear for the beauty industry and beyond. Recognising that a professional brand image is a direct reflection of your business…

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How to turn your nail tech technique flaws into strengths to earn more

By Katie Barnes | 8 February 2022

Whether it’s trying to paint a symmetrical heart or fitting nail forms, there is always a particular technique that every individual struggles with.  Recognising and accepting your weaknesses is the…

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World Friendship Day

This day recognises the importance of friendship and encourages people of all ages and backgrounds to foster meaningful connections and…

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24/7 Samaritans Awareness Day

Championed by the Samaritans, a charity well-known for its emotional support services, the day helps remind individuals that help is…

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